Re: [Paddlewise] Boat weight: was Boat bags

From: Mel Grindol <grindol_at_my-dejanews.com>
Date: Wed, 19 May 1999 12:30:05 -0700
On Wed, 19 May 99 14:51:41 E   John Fereira wrote:
>> 
>> Principal reason we got this boat: weight.  
>
>Why is there such a preoccupation amoung paddlers to get the absolutely
>lightest boat possible?

In this case it does matter for the intended use.  We're going to the BWCA which means multiple portages.  Given a choice between hauling two 65 pound kayaks or one 44.5 pound canoe 3/4 mile over rough ground I'll take the canoe.  :)

Mel
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Hey, where can this thread go next?  Or should that be: "Where do you want this thread to go today?"  :)



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